Supporting Children’s Rights and Entitlements Outcome One The Children (Scotland) Act 1995 PC b) Explain a range of rights and entitlements relating to children

Children’s (Scotland) Act 1995 Is a law that covers: The rights and responsibilities of parents and those legally caring for a child The duties and procedures for organisations such as councils and Social Work Department and the Children’s Hearing System involved in promoting children’s welfare

Key Principles Each child has a right to be treated as an individual Each child has a right to express their views if they wish to do so Parents should normally be responsible for the upbringing of their children and should share that responsibility Each child has the right to protection from all forms of abuse, neglect and exploitation

There are a number of ideas in the act which influence many decisions and services provided for children and families The welfare of the child is paramount No Order Principle Children’s views should be considered when decisions are made about their future Children’s (Scotland) Act 1995